Automotive Product Engineer - Prototyping & Launch

Hutchinson; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson, a French company with global reach, seeks an engineer to lead automotive platform projects from design through manufacturing release. You will guide program milestones, coordinate with sales, purchasing, and manufacturing, and ensure robust, cost-effective solutions.

The role emphasizes DFMEA, DVP&R, test planning, and providing engineering direction to the platform team. A strong ability to communicate across functions is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to handle multiple tasks/programs.
• Well-developed ability to analyze and manage projects.
• Knowledge of design, development of mechanical components and systems, and DFMEA/FEA processes.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes engineering programs within time resources.
• Releases final designs for manufacturing or purchasing with verification data.
• Reviews customer drawings and ensures compliance to specs.
• Represents company in customer and supplier relationships.
• Supports Sales and Program Management on manufacturing feasibility and costing.
• Creates program launch documents (DFMEA, DVP&R, timelines).
• Maintains engineering launch documentation per HFMS, AIAG, and customer requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Program management

Analytical ability

Education

B.S. in mechanical engineering

Job description

Hutchinson, a French company with global reach, seeks an engineer to lead automotive platform projects from design through manufacturing release. You will guide program milestones, coordinate with sales, purchasing, and manufacturing, and ensure robust, cost-effective solutions.

The role emphasizes DFMEA, DVP&R, test planning, and providing engineering direction to the platform team. A strong ability to communicate across functions is essential.